Nissan Frontier (North America)

The Nissan Frontier is a nameplate used by Nissan in

several regions as an alternative to the Navara and NP300 Nissan Frontier
nameplates. In North America, the nameplate was used (North America)
from 1997 to 2021, replacing the Hardbody. Since 2021,
the Frontier sold in the US and Canada has been made a
separate model distinct from the globally marketed
Navara/Frontier. It is larger and developed to cater to the
needs of the North American market.[1]

Contents 2008 Nissan Frontier extended cab (D40,

Parallel models (D22, D40; 1997–2021) US)
Standalone model (D41; 2022) Overview
References Manufacturer Nissan
External links Also called Nissan Navara/NP300
(1997–2021)
Production 1997–present
Parallel models (D22, D40; 1997– Body and chassis
2021) Class Compact pickup truck
(1997–2005)
The D22 Frontier was introduced in the US and Canada in
1997 to replace the D21 Hardbody. In other markets, the Mid-size pickup truck
D22 Frontier is also called the Navara, NP300, Hardbody, (2005–present)
or PickUp, among others. It was replaced by the D40 Body style 2-door pickup truck
Frontier in 2004 for the 2005 model year, which was
4-door pickup truck
produced in the US for both the US and Canadian markets
up to the 2021 model year. Both generations were mostly Layout Front-engine, rear-wheel-
identical to the global version offered by Nissan drive
elsewhere, with minor changes for the North American
market. Front-engine, four-wheel-
drive
When the D23 Navara was introduced for the global Chronology
market in 2014, a Nissan North America spokesperson
restated that the D23 is not indicative of a D40 Frontier Predecessor Nissan Hardbody (D21)
replacement for the North American market.[2][3][4][5]


1998–2000 D22 Frontier single 2001–2004 D22 Frontier

cab (US) extended cab (US)

2005–2021 D40 Frontier crew

cab (US)

Standalone model (D41; 2022)

The first dedicated Frontier model for the North American Third generation (D41)
market, not shared with the global model, was unveiled on
February 4, 2021 as the third-generation model for the
2022 model year.[7] The third-generation Frontier is longer
by 5 in (13 cm) than the second-generation Frontier. The
vehicle rides on a revised high-strength steel ladder frame
chassis carried over from the outgoing model.[8] It is
offered in extended King Cab and crew-cab layouts with
either rear- or four-wheel drive, and five- and six-foot
cargo box length options. Nissan claimed the vehicle is 2022 Frontier S King Cab (D41, Canada)
capable of hauling up to 1,610 lb (730 kg) of payload or
towing up to 6,720 lb (3,048 kg).[9] Overview
Production July 2021[6] – present
Trim levels include base S, SV, Pro-X, and top-spec Pro-
Model years 2022–present
4X. In the United States, the King Cab (extended cab) is
offered with two- or four-wheel drive in either S or SV Assembly United States: Canton,
trim, paired to a 6.1-foot bed. The crew cab is available Mississippi (Nissan USA)
with two- or four-wheel drive in the S and SV trims, while Body and chassis
four-wheel drive is standard on the Pro-4X. In Canada, a
two-wheel drive model is not offered, with four-wheel Platform Nissan F-Alpha platform
drive being the only option, regardless of trim level.[10] Powertrain
Engine Gasoline:
The Pro-4X trim receives electronic locking differentials, 3.8 L VQ38DD V6
Bilstein off-road shocks, and underbody skid plates as
Power output 310 hp (231 kW; 314 PS)
standard.[11]
Transmission 9-speed automatic
This version is sold in Mexico alongside the D23 Frontier Dimensions
which has been offered in the country since 2014. Its
launch for the Mexican market was confirmed by Nissan's Wheelbase 126.0 in (3,200 mm) (short
Mexican division on 9 August 2021 as a competitor to the bed)
Toyota Tacoma and the Chevrolet Colorado. It is sold 139.8 in (3,551 mm) (long
under the "Frontier V6 Pro-4X" naming to distinguish bed)
itself from the D23 Frontier.[12] It went on sale on 29
September 2021.[13] Length 210.2 in (5,339 mm) (short
bed)
224.1 in (5,692 mm) (long
bed)
Width 73.0 in (1,854 mm)
Height 72.4 in (1,839 mm)

Rear view

Interior

References
1. "Preview: 2022 Nissan Frontier arrives with bold looks, 310 hp" (https://www.motorauthority.
com/news/1131177_2022-nissan-frontier-price-specs-review-photos-info). Motor Authority.
Retrieved February 5, 2021.
2. "Nissan officially unveils new Navara" (http://www.motoring.com.au/news/commercial/nissa
n/navara/nissan-officially-unveils-new-navara-44050). Retrieved July 15, 2015.
3. http://www.bangkokpost.com/most-recent/414828/nissan-early-with-new-plant
4. "Nissan Posts Teaser for New Pickup on Instagram – News – Car and Driver – Car and
Driver Blog" (http://blog.caranddriver.com/a-new-frontier-nissan-posts-teaser-image-of-new-
pickup-on-instagram/). Retrieved July 15, 2015.
 5. Turkus, Brandon. "Nissan reveals NP300 Navara pickup, is it the next Frontier? [w/videos]
[UPDATE]" (http://www.autoblog.com/2014/06/11/nissan-frontier-np300-navara-official-video
s/). Autoblog. Retrieved July 15, 2015.
6. "Strong Reimagined: Nissan Begins Production of All-New 2022 Frontier" (https://www.busi
nesswire.com/news/home/20210715005028/en/Strong-Reimagined-Nissan-Begins-Product
ion-of-All-New-2022-Frontier). www.businesswire.com. July 15, 2021. Retrieved July 15,
2021.
7. Sutton, Mike (February 4, 2021). "2022 Nissan Frontier Enters the Modern Age with a Fresh
Body" (https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a35409889/2022-nissan-frontier-revealed/). Car
and Driver. Retrieved February 5, 2021.
8. "2022 Nissan Frontier Review, Ratings, Specs, Prices, and Photos" (https://www.thecarconn
ection.com/overview/nissan_frontier_2022). The Car Connection. Retrieved February 5,
2021.
9. "2022 Nissan Frontier Revealed With All-New Design To Better Compete" (https://www.moto
r1.com/news/485939/2022-nissan-frontier-debut/). Motor1.com. Retrieved February 5, 2021.
10. "The all-new 2022 Nissan Frontier pricing starts at $39,998" (https://canada.nissannews.co
m/en-CA/releases/the-all-new-2022-nissan-frontier-pricing-starts-at-39998). Official Canada
Newsroom. September 7, 2021. Retrieved March 29, 2022.
11. "This Is Nissan's Bigger And Badder All-New 2022 Frontier Mid-Size Truck" (https://www.car
scoops.com/2021/02/2022-nissan-frontier-debuts-showing-off-rugged-new-looks-five-inches
-of-extra-length/). Carscoops. February 4, 2021. Retrieved February 5, 2021.
12. García, Gerardo (August 9, 2021). "Nissan Frontier V6 PRO-4X 2022, primer vistazo: la rival
de Tacoma evoluciona y confirma su llegada a México" (https://www.motorpasion.com.mx/pr
uebas-de-coches/nissan-frontier-v6-pro-4x-2022-lanzamiento-mexico). Motorpasión México
(in Mexican Spanish). Retrieved August 11, 2021.
13. Santillán, Miriam (September 29, 2021). "Nissan Frontier V6 PRO-4X 2022 llega a México,
lista para la aventura" (https://noticias.autocosmos.com.mx/2021/09/29/nissan-frontier-v6-pr
o-4x-2022-llega-a-mexico-lista-para-la-aventura). Autocosmos México (in Mexican
Spanish). Retrieved September 29, 2021.

External links
Official website (https://www.nissanusa.com/vehicles/trucks/frontier.html) (United States)

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